Why LI homeowners choose a paver apron
A paver apron delivers 80% of the curb appeal of a full paver driveway at roughly 20% of the cost. For homeowners who aren't ready to replace a functional asphalt driveway, the apron is the highest-ROI exterior upgrade on Long Island.
Apron-only or full driveway?
If your asphalt has 5+ years of life left, the apron is the right call. If the asphalt is cracking, sinking, or the base has failed, replacing the entire driveway with pavers makes more sense than spending $5K on an apron that you'll have to remove in 3 years when you redo the rest.
Installation process
Saw-cut the asphalt at the apron line, excavate to 10" base depth, install compacted RCA base and 1" bedding sand, set pavers in pattern (typically herringbone for vehicular load), install Belgian block border, polymeric joint sand, seal the asphalt-to-paver transition joint. Two-day install for most LI properties.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a paver driveway apron?
- A paver apron is the section of driveway nearest the street — typically the first 8–15 feet — installed in concrete or clay pavers while the rest of the driveway remains asphalt. It delivers the visual upgrade of a paver driveway at a fraction of the cost.
- How much does a paver apron cost on Long Island?
- Paver aprons run $20–$35 per square foot for the apron section, typically $2,500–$6,000 total for a standard driveway entry. Belgian block borders around the apron add $40–$70 per linear foot.
- Will a paver apron damage the existing asphalt?
- No — we saw-cut the asphalt at the apron line, excavate the apron section to full base depth, install the apron pavers, then re-seal the asphalt joint. The transition is clean and waterproof.